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Desiderata


Max Ehrmann




Go placidly amid the noise and haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons,
they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.

Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs;
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love;
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment
it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.

You are a child of the universe,
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy.

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Imriel Disgaea

Report | 07/29/2011 5:03 pm

Imriel Disgaea

It has been forever. I still wonder how you are. You're still the first person I look for messages from on my profile or in my inbox. I wish we could communicate a little better. I miss you so much. -huggies- heart ~Yelena
Imriel Disgaea

Report | 04/14/2009 6:11 am

Imriel Disgaea

My dear Alex.
How've you been, darling? I hadn't talked to you in so long. Am missing it quite a lot. I hope you're doing okay. I hadn't forgotten about you, and still think of you quite the deal. Hopefully you hadn't forgotten me yet, and if you have...then oh well I guess. Hope you're okay. Much love to you~ heart Yelena~
Gabriella Grimoire

Report | 12/12/2008 11:42 am

Gabriella Grimoire

Hello Alex, how've you been darling? Long time no see. I miss you.



~User Image Yelena
Gabriella Grimoire

Report | 09/17/2008 5:15 pm

Gabriella Grimoire

Honestly, it was horrible.

On top of me having to work, neither of my 2 best friends called me...surprisingly. I'm wondering if something perhaps happened to them. = Either way, the b-day went horrible. Thank you for caring though, it means a LOT to me.



~Yelena
DragonNinja Sayuri

Report | 09/16/2008 2:29 pm

DragonNinja Sayuri

hey! thanks for the friend request ^^



whats up??
DeAmascus

Report | 08/05/2008 12:29 pm

DeAmascus

Hey Alex, long time no talkie.

How've you been darling?

Everything went down with the ex'fiancee.

We should talk sometime. x3

~User Image Yelena
Gabriella Grimoire

Report | 07/07/2008 6:38 am

Gabriella Grimoire

Hey darling.

How have you been? I miss you. I ended up listening to a song that you like that reminded me of you for some reason. "Too much of heaven" by Eiffel65. How is everything going for you? I hope you're doing good. Feel free to aim me anytime, even if it seems I'm busy. I always love my talks with you, so I'm open for a conversation with you at any time.



~User Image Yelena
Gabriella Grimoire

Report | 06/10/2008 7:33 am

Gabriella Grimoire

It seems like ages, that we had not spoken. I hope you are doing alright, Alex. I do miss conversing with you. Do tell me how you are sometime. I just hope it isn't too much to ask for. Take care of yourself.

~User Image Yelena
Imriel Disgaea

Report | 04/23/2008 11:51 am

Imriel Disgaea

-smiles and hugs- Thank you so much, Alex. At times when I think I don't have anyone I can talk to, or anyone there...I realized I can always turn to you. You're one of the most amazing people that I know, and would love to meet. (And most likely, will someday.) It means the world to me to know that someone like you is always standing by my side, and keeps me up. I cherish this friendship more so, than I do most others. Hoping that I will never lose contact with you. If you ever have time, give me a call. Or at least give me a line back or something. I'm sorry I wasn't able to tell you exactly what has been going on, it is just too much to type and a very unpleasant subject as well.

~ Love you always, Yelena ~ User Image
Simple Beauty

Report | 04/16/2008 10:54 am

Simple Beauty

You're quite welcome User Image I found you through Yelena, Or EternallyForsakenSin/MoonlightShadowWolf/Faf13. You seemed cool so I thought i'd send ya a request. Plus, I absolutely love your profile. I'm a big fan of Desiderata, it's so lovely and truly how everyone should be in life.

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